MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES IN THE BERKSHIRES
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Self-Care
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Upworthy: 10 things worth trying during times of stress, trauma, or crisis
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University at Buffalo School of Social Work Self-Care Exercises and Activities
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Mindfulness and Relaxation
-Free meditation apps: Headspace, Smiling Mind, MyLife, Insight Timer, UCLA Mindful (all available for iOS and Android)
-Mayo Clinic list of exercises
​- Guided body scan meditation video
- Guided progressive muscle relaxation video
- GREAT: Gratitude, Relaxation, Exercise, Acknowledge Feelings, Track Thoughts